Late afternoon, with lagoon or beach portraits at sunset
In brief
Palazzo Persico, also called Palazzo Pretorio, is a 14th-century Venetian Gothic building in the heart of Malamocco, the historic village at the southern end of the Lido. Its piano nobile hosts the Comune's hall for weddings and civil unions, decorated in pink and gold tones.
Best for couples who want a legal civil ceremony in Venice without the crowds, followed by portraits on the lagoon or the Lido beaches.
Getting married in Malamocco
Palazzo Persico, also called Palazzo Pretorio, is a 14th-century Venetian Gothic building in the heart of Malamocco, the old village at the southern end of the Lido. Its piano nobile hosts one of the Comune's halls for weddings and civil unions, decorated in pink and gold tones.
An old village on the Lido
Malamocco is one of the oldest names in the lagoon. Before the Doges settled at Rialto in the early 9th century, the lagoon's government sat here. Today it is a small, quiet village of canals, bridges and a campo, and it feels very different from the historic centre.
Who it suits
It is a good fit for couples who want a legal ceremony with family close by but no crowds, and who like the idea of portraits by the lagoon or on the beach rather than in St Mark's Square.
Photo ideas around Palazzo Persico
Malamocco gives you two backdrops a few minutes apart. On the lagoon side, the waterfront looks back towards the islands and catches the sunset. On the other side of the Lido, the Adriatic beaches offer sand, open sky and the striped beach huts the Lido is known for. See our Lido page for more spots.
Inside, the hall is intimate, so ceremony photos feel close and personal. The small campo in front of the palazzo works well for family photos.
Practical information
Fees
At the time of writing, the Comune lists a €1,000 supplement for Palazzo Persico on top of the standard ceremony fee. Fees are set by the Comune di Venezia and change from time to time, so always check the official tariff page before you book.
Getting to Malamocco
Take the vaporetto to the Lido (Santa Maria Elisabetta), then a bus, taxi or bicycle to Malamocco at the southern end of the island. The Lido has roads, so this is one of the few Venice venues guests can partly reach by car. Allow extra time for the boat crossing from the centre.
A day in Malamocco, step by step
- Getting ready in a Lido hotel or in Venice.
- Boat to the Lido, then a short drive or bike ride to Malamocco.
- The ceremony in the hall of Palazzo Persico.
- Family photos in the small campo and on the bridge over the canal.
- Portraits on the lagoon side at sunset, or on the beach.
- Reception at a beach club, a Lido hotel or a restaurant in the village.
Malamocco through the seasons
In summer, the Lido's beaches are busy and the evenings warm and long; Malamocco itself stays quiet. Spring and autumn are perfect for bike rides and beach portraits without the crowds. In winter, the lagoon side is often misty, and the village feels like a step back in time. The Lido's Film Festival in late August and early September brings more visitors to the northern part of the island.
Who Malamocco suits
Couples who want a legal civil ceremony in a quiet, authentic setting, guests who appreciate road access, and anyone who wants both lagoon and sea in their wedding photos.
Plan B for bad weather in Malamocco
The ceremony itself is indoors, in the palazzo's hall. For photos, the porticoes of the village and the porch of the church of Santa Maria Assunta offer shelter, and a covered terrace at a Lido hotel can host drinks if the beach is not an option.
Where to stay for a Malamocco wedding
The Lido has hotels for every style, from the grand seafront hotels of the early 1900s to small family-run hotels and villas in quiet streets. Staying on the Lido makes the wedding day easy: no boat transfers in the morning, bikes or taxis to Malamocco and the beach, and the city a short vaporetto ride away for a day of sightseeing before or after. Guests who prefer the historic centre can stay near San Zaccaria, where the boats to the Lido leave.
Planning tips for Palazzo Persico, Malamocco
- Allow extra transfer time: the Lido is a boat ride from the centre, and Malamocco is at its southern end.
- Bikes are a fun way to move between Malamocco and the beaches for portraits.
- Sunset over the lagoon from the Malamocco waterfront is the best light.
- Combine with a reception at one of the Lido's beach clubs or hotels.
Palazzo Persico, Malamocco: frequently asked questions
Where is Palazzo Persico?
In Malamocco, the historic village at the southern end of the Lido di Venezia. Take the vaporetto to the Lido, then a bus, taxi or bike.
Can foreigners get married at Palazzo Persico?
Yes, with the same documents as any civil wedding in Venice. The ceremony is booked through the Comune's marriage office.
How much does a wedding at Palazzo Persico cost?
At the time of writing, the Comune lists a €1,000 supplement for Palazzo Persico on top of the standard ceremony fee. Check the current tariffs before booking.
Can we have beach photos after a wedding in Malamocco?
Yes. The Adriatic beaches of the Lido are a few minutes away, so you can combine a Gothic hall ceremony with portraits on the sand.
Civil ceremonies booked through the Comune as an exclusive venue
Malamocco, southern Lido — vaporetto to the Lido, then bus, bike or taxi
Village-scale Gothic, pink and gold hall, lagoon on one side and sea on the other
Very quiet
Civil wedding or elopement collection
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